2004 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2009 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 3,932 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Thunderbird (280 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 956 kg more than 2004 Ford Thunderbird.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Thunderbird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford Thunderbird (369 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (360 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover Defender.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Thunderbird | 2009 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Thunderbird | Defender |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3932 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 369 Nm | 360 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 17.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 24.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |